Fair Food Network
- Assets
- $17.3m
- Revenue
- $15.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 43
- Location
- Ann Arbor, MI
- Founding
- 07/2009
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-4143394
Organization Overview
Fair Food Network is located in Ann Arbor, MI. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (K05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Fair Food Network employed 43 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fair Food Network is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Fair Food Network generated $15.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $17.0m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 25.1% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Fair Food Network has awarded 594 individual grants totaling $27,852,898. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO CREATE A FOOD SYSTEM THAT UPHOLDS THE FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT TO HEALTHY, FRESH AND SUSTAINABLY GROWN FOOD. WE WORK AT THE INTERSECTION OF FOOD SYSTEMS, SUSTAINABILITY AND EQUITY TO GUARANTEE ACCESS TO HEALTHY, FRESH AND SUSTAINABLY GROWN FOOD, ESPECIALLY IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS (DUFB)PROGRAM ENCOURAGES SNAP (FOOD PAYMENT ASSISTANCE) RECIPIENTS TO PURCHASE HEALTHY, FRESH PRODUCE BY MATCHING THEIR SNAP EXPENDITURES UP TO $20 WITH TOKENS THAT CAN BE REDEEMED TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL LOCALLY GROWN PRODUCE. THE PROGRAM, WHICH LAUNCHED IN 2009, USES A MODEL THAT IS CENTRALLY ORGANIZED BUT LOCALLY IMPLEMENTED. IT IS NOW OPERATIONAL IN FARMERS MARKETS AND GROCERY STORES ACROSS MICHIGAN.
THE NUTRITION INCENTIVE HUB (HUB) THROUGH ITS COALITION OF PARTNERS SUPPORTS NUTRITION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, REPORTING AND EVALUATION SUPPORT TO HELP STRENGTHEN NUTRITION INCENTIVE AND PRODUCE PRESCRIPTION PROJECTS, AS THEY WORK TO INCREASE THE PURCHASE OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES BY PROJECTS PARTICIPANTS.
FAIR FOOD INVESTMENT INITIATIVE IS A PROGRAM OF FAIR FOOD NETWORK THAT OPERATES IN CONJUNCTION WITH FAIR FOOD FUND. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED VIA GRANTS FROM FAIR FOOD NETWORK AND/OR EQUITY AND DEBT INSTURMENTS FROM FAIR FOOD FUND UNIQUELY STRUCTURED FOR EACH INVESTMENT. OTHER BUSINESS ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED AS DESCRIBED ABOVE TO SUPPORT THE LONG-TERM VIABILITY OF THE INVESTEES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Oran B Hesterman CEO | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $360,082 |
Katherine Krauss COO | Officer | 40 | $169,979 |
Emilie Englehard Sr Director External Affairs | Officer | 40 | $132,128 |
Holly Parker Sr Director Programs | Officer | 0 | $131,359 |
Jaye Lopez Van Soest Sr Director Development | Officer | 40 | $119,462 |
Cassandra Fletcher-Martin Finance Director | Officer | 40 | $113,554 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $243,892 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $11,927,741 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,990,709 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $15,162,342 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $90,823 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $15,253,165 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $9,221,177 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $530,060 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $68,908 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,066,772 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $90,008 |
| Other employee benefits | $641,042 |
| Payroll taxes | $220,234 |
| Fees for services: Management | $2,718,604 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,842 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $14,800 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $539,102 |
| Advertising and promotion | $321,397 |
| Office expenses | $13,097 |
| Information technology | $145,945 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $179,078 |
| Travel | $38,357 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $72,084 |
| Interest | $55,256 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $30,265 |
| Insurance | $19,491 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $17,025,704 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,095,374 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,583,600 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $1,737,558 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $81,798 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $124,824 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $6,618,997 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $10,750 |
| Total assets | $17,252,901 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,622,458 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $3,589,376 |
| Other liabilities | $11,721 |
| Total liabilities | $5,223,555 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,821,365 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,207,981 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $17,252,901 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Fair Food Network has awarded $9,081,282 in support to 155 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
SPARTAN STORES LLC PURPOSE: FUND DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS-STORES & MKTS | $2,567,454 |
E&L SUPERMERCADO PURPOSE: FUND DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS-STORES & MKTS | $641,696 |
GLORY SUPERMARKET - OAK PARK PURPOSE: FUND DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS-STORES & MKTS | $226,360 |
PARKWAY FOODS PURPOSE: FUND DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS-STORES & MKTS | $220,621 |
GLORY SUPERMARKET - OUTER DRIVE PURPOSE: FUND DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS-STORES & MKTS | $219,533 |
PRINCE VALLEY MARKET PURPOSE: FUND DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS-STORES & MKTS | $210,104 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Fair Food Network has recieved totaling $600.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Seeding The Future Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $600 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Fair Food Network Ann Arbor, MI | $17,252,901 | $15,253,165 |
Global Food Protection Institute Portage, MI | $924,134 | $3,673,469 |
Reap Food Group Inc Madison, WI | $499,426 | $733,413 |
Protect The Harvest Brownsburg, IN | $214,870 | $378,259 |
Grassworks Inc West Bend, WI | $63,784 | $0 |